How to Search Washington County Records (Start Here)
Washington County has 4 record-keeping departments, none of which share data with each other.
- The Clerk of Court is where court records live in Rhode Island.
- For property values and ownership details, go to the City/Town Tax Assessor.
- Marriage records: contact the City/Town Clerk directly.
Worth knowing: Rhode Island has no county government.
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Criminal & Court Records
Court Records & Hearings
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Rhode Island Judiciary Public Portal to searches for court hearings, court records, and active warrants, as well as an online criminal and traffic court payment service.
Property & Tax Records
Unclaimed Property in Rhode Island
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Search the Rhode Island Office of the General Treasury Unclaimed Property Division by name for unclaimed property and missing money.
Vital Records (Birth/Death/Marriage)
Rhode Island Vital Records
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Information from the Rhode Island Department of Health on how to obtain copies of vital records from the state or from city and town clerk offices in Rhode Island.
Business, Voter & Other
Driver License Records
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Search Rhode Island driver license records through this fee-based service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Washington County? ▼
Go to the Clerk of Court for court records in Washington County. Start there for case lookups and dockets.
Who handles property records in Washington County? ▼
For deeds, mortgages, and liens, go to the County Recorder. For property values and assessment data, go to the County Assessor. For tax bills and payments, go to the Tax Collector.
How do I get birth, death, or marriage records in Washington County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Washington County are issued by the County Clerk. Birth and death certificates are available from the state Vital Records office. Divorce records come from the court that granted the decree.
Are Washington County records available online? ▼
Online access in Washington County varies by office. Contact the offices listed above directly by phone or in person for records not yet available online.
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